University Village
25400 Carlos Bee Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94542
Property Summary
Located just one block from the California State University, East Bay campus, this community offers a serene living environment on 2.6 acres of park-like grounds. The building, originally constructed in 1963, features renovated interiors and common areas. Residents benefit from on-site amenities including a fitness center, a dedicated study room, and a business center. The grounds provide outdoor socializing spaces with courtyards and BBQ areas. Each unit is designed with modern finishes, including granite countertops, vinyl plank flooring, and new appliances. The community is pet-friendly and provides secure entry with monitored cameras for added peace of mind.
Renter brief
At the source check, 5 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 1-bedroom to 3-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $1,895/mo.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Aug 20, 2026
Available units
Checked 4 weeks ago
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 500 ft² · Unit 330Available Now$1,895/mo
- 2 bd · 1 ba · 720 ft² · Unit 356Available Now$2,195/mo
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 500 ft² · Unit 358Available Now$2,250/mo
- 3 bd · 2 ba · 950 ft² · Unit 314Available Now$2,395/mo
- 3 bd · 2 ba · 950 ft² · Unit 314Available Now$2,495/mo
How the rent compares
Source · 342 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026
Renter facts, criterion by criterion
No overall grade — each row reflects only the fact and source shown.
14% lower than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi
Source · 342 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026
1.4 mi straight-line distance to Hayward
Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip
Built in 1963
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
Shared laundry on site
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
Amenities
- Garbage Disposal
- Courtyard
- Grill
- Refrigerator
- Laundry Facilities
- Pet Friendly
- Package Service
- Controlled Access
- Microwave
- Bicycle Storage
- Air Conditioning
- Fitness Center
- Business Center
- Dishwasher
Policies & Fees
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
Reviews
Reviews
- Residents appreciate the on-site laundry and social events, but several report issues with thin walls and noise.
- Complaints also include dirty common areas and broken vending machines.
- 3.5 stars across 12 reviews.
What's Around
- TransitHayward · 1.4 mi straight-line
- GroceriesPrasad Island Pacific Market · 0.4 mi
- Dining41 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
- ParksSpring Grove Park · 0.3 mi
- UniversityCal State East Bay (Hayward) · 0.5 mi
Nearby Schools
Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.
Middle Schools (3)
Questions renters ask about this building
Are pets allowed, and what do they cost?
The listing says cats are allowed; cat costs were not disclosed; dogs are allowed; dog costs were not disclosed.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
Is there in-unit laundry?
The listing reports shared laundry; it does not list an installed in-unit washer/dryer.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
How close is the nearest rail station?
Hayward is 1.4 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.
Source · Transit map coordinates
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